Privacy Policy — Perch

Perch ("Perch," "we," "us") is a note-taking app made for the way ADHD brains work. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, why, who we share it with, and the controls you have.

Our principle is simple: your data is protected, not anonymous. You sign in so your notes are safe and synced across your devices, and we never sell your data, run ad targeting on it, or let anyone train AI models on your personal content. We collect the minimum we need to make the app work. This policy is operated by Anthony Dragone, the developer of Perch.

1. Information we collect

Information you give us

Account information. When you sign in with Apple, Google, or email, we receive an account identifier and, depending on the provider and your choices, your email address and name. Authentication and accounts are managed through Supabase and the sign-in provider you choose.

Your content. The notes, text, photos, voice notes, and saved links or media you capture.

Saved media details. The URL, caption, cover image, and a transcript or summary of links/posts you save.

Support messages. Any information you include when you contact us for help.

Information collected automatically

Usage analytics via PostHog. We collect event-level usage data such as which screens/features are used, plus app version, OS, and device model. This is behavior, not content: session replay and automatic capture are OFF, and we do not send note text to analytics. You can turn analytics off in Settings.

Crash and diagnostic data via Sentry. If the app crashes, we collect diagnostic data (such as stack traces, app version, OS, and device model) tied to a pseudonymous identifier — never your note content. Session replay and PII capture are off.

Subscription status via Apple and RevenueCat. We receive information needed to determine whether you have an active subscription (and related receipt/status data). We do NOT receive your payment card details.

Device permissions (only when you use the feature)

Camera (to take a photo for a note), Microphone (to record a voice note), Speech Recognition (to transcribe voice notes on your device), and Photos (to pick a photo you choose).

We do NOT collect your precise location.

2. How we use your information

We use your information to provide the service (store, sync, sort, and resurface notes), run AI features (see §3), process subscriptions, provide support, keep the app secure, and comply with the law. We do not use your content for advertising and we do not sell your personal information.

3. AI processing of your content

To provide AI features, the text of your notes (and details of media you save) may be sent to Anthropic (maker of Claude) to be sorted, summarized, connected, and resurfaced, via Anthropic's API. Anthropic does NOT use this content to train its models.

Media transcripts. Links and audio you save may be sent to Supadata for transcription. Voice notes are transcribed on your device using Apple speech recognition.

Saved links. When you save a link or post, its URL may be sent to ScrapeCreators to retrieve the post’s cover image, caption, and (for supported media) transcript.

AI output can be imperfect. Perch is a note-taking tool, not medical or professional advice.

4. Who we share information with

We share information only with service providers that run Perch, and only for the purposes described below. We do not sell your data or share it for advertising.

Apple provides Sign in with Apple and processes App Store payments and subscriptions, which supports account access and billing.

Google provides Sign in with Google, which supports account access.

Supabase provides core backend infrastructure (authentication, database, and storage) to run your account and sync your notes/content across your devices.

Anthropic (Claude) processes note text and saved-media details so we can provide AI sorting, summaries, and connections.

Supadata processes links and audio of media you save so we can generate transcripts for supported media.

ScrapeCreators processes the URLs of links/posts you save so we can retrieve their cover image, caption, and transcript.

Sentry receives crash and diagnostic data (a pseudonymous identifier, app version, OS, device model — no note content) so we can detect and fix crashes.

RevenueCat processes subscription status and receipt information so we can manage subscriptions.

PostHog receives usage events and basic device/app information (no note content) so we can understand product usage and improve Perch.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect users' rights and safety.

5. Data retention and deletion

We keep your account and content while your account is active. You can delete your account anytime in Settings → Account, which removes your notes and profile. Some billing records and limited backups may persist briefly as required by law or our providers. You can turn off analytics anytime in Settings.

6. Security

We use reputable infrastructure and protect data in transit and at rest. No method is 100% secure, but we work to protect your information and limit access to it.

7. Children

Perch is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their information.

8. Your rights and choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, export, or delete your information, and to object to certain processing. Core controls are in-app (delete account, opt out of analytics); contact us for more.

California (CCPA/CPRA). We do not sell or "share" personal information. You have rights to know, delete, and non-discrimination.

EU/UK (GDPR). Legal bases are contract, consent (where applicable), and legitimate interests. You may complain to your data protection authority.

9. International data transfers

Perch is operated from the United States. Providers may process data in the US and other countries with different data-protection laws.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy. Material changes update the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, are noted in the app. Continued use means you accept the revised policy.

11. Contact

Anthony Dragone — Perch — perch.support@gmail.com